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Tack and Equipment

Work Areas in the Barn

When you have horses, you also have a lot of stuff. Brooms and muck forks, tack, feed bins, grooming equipment,…

22 years ago
Protective Legwear for HorsesProtective Legwear for Horses

Protective Legwear for Horses

Have you ever brushed over a small scab on the inside of your horse's leg or noticed his reaction to…

22 years ago
Signs You Have the Wrong English BitSigns You Have the Wrong English Bit

Signs You Have the Wrong English Bit

Have you noticed that your horse is flipping his head when you take up contact with the reins? Does he…

22 years ago
How to Make a Breakaway HalterHow to Make a Breakaway Halter

How to Make a Breakaway Halter

During turnouts, it's best to remove your horse's halter—halters can get hung up on fencing, trees, et cetera, leading to…

22 years ago

Clipper Maintenance

With proper use and maintenance, your clippers can last for many years. To keep them in top condition, follow the…

23 years ago

Real Benefits of Synthetic Tack

By Moira C. Harris We had all finished bathing and spiffing up our horses for the show the next day.…

23 years ago
Graduating Your Western Horse From Snaffle to Curb BitGraduating Your Western Horse From Snaffle to Curb Bit

Graduating Your Western Horse From Snaffle to Curb Bit

Prominent Quarter Horse trainer Dana Hokana has a philosophy of thoroughly educating the young horse in the snaffle bit before…

23 years ago
Saddle FitSaddle Fit

Saddle Fit

Remember the last time you were out walking and got a small pebble in your shoe, or wore a new…

24 years ago
Selecting Saddle PadsSelecting Saddle Pads

Selecting Saddle Pads

When shopping for riding clothes, you know that what you buy needs to be sturdy, easy to wash and comfortable.…

24 years ago
How to Break in a New SaddleHow to Break in a New Saddle

How to Break in a New Saddle

You've pondered styles, researched suppliers, sat in seats, evaluated trees, though about girth lengths, decided on the perfect size for…

24 years ago